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Texas has expansive clay in much of the state. This type of clay makes basements impractical.
by alricb 3y ago
Texas has expansive clay in much of the state. This type of clay makes basements impractical.
- stonemetal12 3y agoI figure that is the answer in general. Most places have ground conditions of some variety that add cost and have special engineering considerations specific to the region. A second floor above ground is cheaper, easier, and the same everywhere.